Dumfries & Galloway Youth Council

25/09/2026

We are set up and ready to deliver 2 workshops at the Scottish Parliament Communities Open Day! Our session will look at the Ups and Downs of Youth Campaigning. We will also have a wee stall running during the lunchtime market place!

13/08/2026

We are starting to work on our plans for the next year, and want to hear what issues matter most to YOU and the young people around you!

Click here to have your say today! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/RbkcT8PkZu

09/07/2026

A brilliant project created by Poppy and Freya, Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament for Galloway and West Dumfries, funded by the Young Women's Network DG.

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08/06/2026

Greg, Madoc, Freya and Poppy are back from a brilliant weekend at the 84th Sitting! This was their first sitting since being elected in December!

On Friday Night, they were straight to it, presenting on youth participation structures in Dumfries and Galloway, and getting to know their peers from across Scotland

On Saturday, they took part in a range of sessions which will help them be effective in their roles as MSYPs, as well as hearing from the Scottish Elections study, which discussed how Scotlands voting patterns have changed since the 2021 election. The formal part of the day ended by taking part in consultation workshops, looking at a range of issues including the Scottish Sentencing System, tech-facilited violence, the sustainability of Scotlands Universities, and harm reduction around drug use.

The evening social was a chance to get to know other MSYPs, with .latta.msyp showing off her balloon modelling skills, teaching many members, and support workers how to make balloon dogs!

Sunday seen our MSYPs taking part in subject committees, and consultation on education reform, which included a discussion around Phones in Schools. It was a great day, filled with debated, informative discussions, and being able to understand more about the various issues affecting young people nationally.

Throughout Saturday and Sunday, 13 members motions were debated, with all 13 passing.

MSYPs are looking forward to bringing the learning from the weekend back to Dumfries and Galloway, to see what they can do locally!

26/05/2026

📢 We still want to hear from you!
Have you had your say yet on AI and phone use in schools? 👀📱
We’re still collecting views from young people, and your opinion really matters. This is your chance to help shape how schools think about technology and mobile phones going forward.
💬 What do you think about using phones in school?
🤖 How do you feel about AI being used for learning?
✅ The survey only takes a few minutes
✅ Your voice will help influence real decisions
👉 Don’t miss out – complete the survey now!

https://forms.office.com/e/Ljd4h8juvt

15/05/2026

If you're aged 16+, free on Thursday 21st May between 5pm - 8pm and interested in being in the audience for BBC Question Time - apply to be in the audience today!

Sign Up: https://eu.castitreach.com/ag/mentorn/questiontime/welcome.html

Question Time is coming to Dumfries next week BBC Question Time is coming to Dumfries next Thursday 14 May! Apply to join our audience by following the link below…

12/05/2026

🌈 Want to make real change for young people? 🌈
📢 Dumfries & Galloway Youth Council By‑Elections are OPEN for sign ups!
If you’re aged S1–25, this is your opportunity to represent your area, share young people’s views, and help shape decisions that matter 🗣️✨
🗳️ We’re looking for Ward Youth Councillors in:
Annandale East & Eskdale | Annandale North | Annandale South | Lochar | Castle Douglas & Crocketford
👥 We’re also recruiting Nominated Youth Councillors, including young people who are:
• Young Parents
• Gypsy Traveller Young People
• New Scots
• From Ethnic Minority backgrounds
📅 Elections take place June 2026, with successful candidates serving until November 2027 as part of the 4th generation of Youth Councillors 🎉
🔗 Interested or know someone who should apply?
Sign up or get more info here 👉 https://forms.office.com/e/Th9ByZxBRk

12/05/2026

Be honest… how often is your phone out in class? 📱👀
And what do you really think about AI in school? Helpful? Cheating? A bit of both? 🤖
We’re asking young people to share their thoughts, and we need YOUR opinion.
📱 Anonymous
💬 No right or wrong answers
⏱ Takes just a couple of minutes
📊 Your input could influence future school policies
👉 Have your say here: https://forms.office.com/e/Ljd4h8juvt

08/05/2026

⏰ Don’t miss out! ⏰
Youth Council By‑Elections are still OPEN and we’re looking for young people aged S1–25 to step forward and represent their communities across Dumfries & Galloway 🗳️✨
This is your chance to:
✅ Have your voice heard
✅ Represent young people locally
✅ Be part of real change until November 2027
👉 Know a young person who’d be great for this? Tag them, share this post or send it their way!
📲 Find out more or register here: https://forms.office.com/e/Th9ByZxBRk

07/05/2026

There’s 2 hours to go before polling stations close - have you used your vote?